Job summary The Department of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology has secured additional funding for a further 3 full time 10 PA Consultant Histopathologist posts to support an increase in clinical activity. Our laboratory is a designated centre for many Cancer sites and has full UKAS Accreditation. The laboratory is on track to receive over 40,000 Histology, 1,600 Diagnostic Cytology and 900 autopsy requests this year. The department performs a wide range of molecular techniques. The department has recently moved to a subspecialty reporting system. Applicants from both specialised and more generalised backgrounds will be considered, but an interest in GI &/or dermatopathology would be preferable. Candidates with an interest Haematopathology or breast pathology would also be welcome. The post offers many opportunities for motivated applicants along with a generous relocation package of up to £8000. Please note: This is a permanent consultant post and will require an AAC panel interview. As such, you must be on the specialist register or have a pending a CCT date. You can view your registration statu s via gmc-uk.org/doctors/ before applying. Applications with no specialist registration will be rejected. Do however speak to the specialty contact for potential locum or non-consultant variations of this post. Main duties of the job With a proven track record of improving the service, notable achievements in the last couple of years include: Molecular automated PCR for theranostic work (e.g Idylla BRAF) and tumour expression analysis (e.g ALK in lung carcinoma) Provision of a EUS and EBUS rapid onsite evaluation service for pancreatic, lung, adrenal & head/neck Pathology support for Bowel Cancer Screening programme including age expansion and Bowel Scope Screening Collaborative working with neighbouring hospitals as part of the South 1 NHSI Pathology Network. This includes the procurement of an end to end digital Histopathology solution which will connect all 5 Trusts within the region, facilitating the sharing of cases, MDT discussion & expert 2nd opinion. We will be looking to install & implement digital Histopathology in 2024. The department is actively involved in the delivery of the education programme of the University of Exeter and this post will be part of this provision. For new consultants the job plan for this post will include 2.5 SPAs for the first year. Any applicant who is unable for personal reasons, to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleague About us Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region. The Trust employs 5,000 staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 570,000 - which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods. The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally. We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community. Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career. Date posted 04 December 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 156-MS-4071 Job locations Royal Cornwall Hospital - Treliske Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro TR1 3LJ Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side Cornwall and this post offer: Excellent work/life balance. We are based in Cathedral city of Truro at the centre of the Cornish peninsula. The surrounding countryside is renowned for its spectacular rural and coastal scenery. There is a vibrant cultural life, fantastic recreational opportunities and first-class education from Primary school to the University Campus at Falmouth. Academic/teaching. The University of Exeter Medical School is based on the RCH site. The department has a strong record of undergraduate teaching. Communications. Newquay airport offers frequent flights ( Relocation. A generous relocation package (up to £8000) is available. Applicants are required to hold Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview. Applicants that are UK trained, must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Work health assessments Criminal record check standards Right to work checks For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed. Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side Cornwall and this post offer: Excellent work/life balance. We are based in Cathedral city of Truro at the centre of the Cornish peninsula. The surrounding countryside is renowned for its spectacular rural and coastal scenery. There is a vibrant cultural life, fantastic recreational opportunities and first-class education from Primary school to the University Campus at Falmouth. Academic/teaching. The University of Exeter Medical School is based on the RCH site. The department has a strong record of undergraduate teaching. Communications. Newquay airport offers frequent flights ( Relocation. A generous relocation package (up to £8000) is available. Applicants are required to hold Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview. Applicants that are UK trained, must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Work health assessments Criminal record check standards Right to work checks For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed. Person Specification Qualifications Essential FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification Holds Full GMC Registration with a License to Practice On GMC specialist register or within 6 months of interview date Desirable Diploma in dermatopathology Experience Essential Experience of Clinical Histopathology at Consultant level Specific sub-specialty interest in skin, GI, lymphoreticular or breast pathology Desirable Experience of under/post graduate teaching Experience of working in the NHS Person Specification Qualifications Essential FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification Holds Full GMC Registration with a License to Practice On GMC specialist register or within 6 months of interview date Desirable Diploma in dermatopathology Experience Essential Experience of Clinical Histopathology at Consultant level Specific sub-specialty interest in skin, GI, lymphoreticular or breast pathology Desirable Experience of under/post graduate teaching Experience of working in the NHS Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Address Royal Cornwall Hospital - Treliske Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro TR1 3LJ Employer's website https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)